1996 BMW 316 vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1996 BMW 316 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 316 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1962 Moretti 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 316 | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | 316 | 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |